This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBLD25X32 — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBLD25X32 in place of this model. The MBLD replacement upgrades to a riveted rolling-packed body and CMSG / DMSG / EMSG sensors (the MAL used CS1-M / DS1-M).
Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD25X32
The AirTAC Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD25X32 is a double-acting, double-rod aluminum mini cylinder: a rod exits both ends of the Ø25mm bore, so push and pull force are equal. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBLD25X32, matching bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke32 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting, double rod
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBLD25X32
About the Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD25X32
The AirTAC MALD25X32 is a discontinued double-acting, double-rod mini cylinder delivering 206 N of equal force both ways at 0.5 MPa. A rod exits both ends, making push and pull forces identical for balanced dual-side work. Its exact drop-in replacement is the MBLD25X32, matching the 25 mm bore, 32 mm stroke, G1/8 port, and mounting.
This non-magnet SKU cannot take a position sensor. The original MALD uses threaded covers and fixed rubber bumpers, while the MBLD upgrade features a riveted rolling-packed body. The twin carbon-steel rods double the bearing load and resist rotation, allowing you to mount a cam or flag on the rear rod.
Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD25X32 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD25X32 |
|---|---|
| Series | MALD double-rod mini cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBLD25X32 |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 32 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting, double rod |
| Port size | G1/8 |
| Rod thread | M10×1.25 |
| Fluid | Air (filtered by 40µm element) |
|---|---|
| Operating pressure | 0.1 – 1.0 MPa |
| Proof pressure | 1.5 MPa |
| Temperature | -20 to +70 °C |
| Speed range | 30 – 800 mm/s |
| Cushion | Fixed rubber bumper |
| Max standard stroke | Up to 300 mm |
Double-rod types have no back-cover code and no SDB pivot; mount on the body, LB foot or FA flange. The MBLD25X32 carries the same ratings.
Output Force — Equal Both Ways (Ø25mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 206 N | 206 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 289 N | 289 N |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 42 kgf | |
A rod exits both ends, so the effective area — and force — is equal in both directions. The MBLD25X32 matches these values.
Model Code: Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD25X32
| MALD | Double-rod aluminum mini cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×32 | Stroke length in mm. |
| S | Optional magnet for a CS1-M / DS1-M sensor (MBLD uses CMSG/DMSG/EMSG). |
Replacement: MALD → MBLD. No back-cover (CA/U/CM) and no SDB on double-rod. Mounting: LB / FA.
Where the Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD25X32 Is Used
PCB Pick-and-Place
Uses the 206 N equal force and anti-rotation twin rods to lift and place delicate printed circuit boards without yawing during the 32 mm travel.
Wire Harness Crimper
Mounts a crimping die on the front rod and a return cam on the rear rod, leveraging the synchronous 32 mm stroke for terminal feeding.
Bottle Capping Head
Applies balanced torque and 289 N of force at 0.7 MPa to screw plastic caps on a packaging line, relying on the fixed rubber bumper for soft stops.
Replacing the Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD25X32 with MBLD25X32
Replace this MALD25X32 with the MBLD25X32, confirming the 25 mm bore, 32 mm stroke, G1/8 port, and PT thread. Mount directly on the body, or use FA flange or LB foot brackets—there is no back-cover or SDB option on this double-rod cylinder. Since this SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot accept a sensor; the MBLD upgrade without -S is identical, but adding a sensor requires CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches on the new line.
Size your application on the equal 206 N force at 0.5 MPa. If you need less force, step down to the 20 mm bore delivering 132 N each way. If you require more power, step up to the 32 mm bore providing 346 N each way.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBLD25X32 (same bore/stroke/force)
- ✓ Force equal both ways (206 N at 0.5 MPa)
- ✓ Twin rods for anti-rotation / rear flag
- ✓ No back cover / SDB — plan a body or FA/LB mount
- ✓ Sensor: swap CS1-M/DS1-M → CMSG/DMSG/EMSG
Installation & Maintenance Notes
- check Use clean air filtered to 40µm or finer.
- check Keep within 0.1 – 1.0 MPa operating pressure.
- check Protect both rod ends from side load on long strokes.
- check No back-cover / SDB on double-rod — use body / FA / LB.
- check Front/rear covers are threaded — not for field disassembly.
- check For new builds, specify the MBLD25X32 instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD25X32 FAQ
Yes, the MALD25X32 is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBLD25X32, which matches the 25 mm bore, 32 mm stroke, G1/8 port, and equal 206 N force. The MBLD upgrades the threaded covers to a riveted rolling-packed body.
Force is equal both ways: 206 N at 0.5 MPa, 289 N at 0.7 MPa, and a maximum of 42 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It uses a fixed rubber bumper at both ends of stroke; there is no adjustable cushion, and it will not lock under air loss.
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